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DR. CHRISTOPHER E COMSTOCK M.D.
NPI 1174554539
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in New York, NY

Active since July 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10, NEW YORK, NY 10032(212) 305-0519 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher E Comstock M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CHRISTOPHER E COMSTOCK M.D. (NPI 1174554539) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (253615) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174554539
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER E COMSTOCKCredential: M.D.
Location Address161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10New York, NY 10032-3729
Mailing Address3855 Health Sciences Dr, Mail Code 0846La Jolla, CA 92093-1503 · (858) 822-6207 · Fax (858) 822-6124
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJuly 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 2026
NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1174554539 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 253615
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10, New York, NY 10032

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A529050CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher E Comstock M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5890688519
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091110000455
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Comstock reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
1305 YORK AVE, 3RD FLOOR
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 252 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
525 E 68TH ST
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 249 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1275 YORK AVE
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 302 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585
Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.
863 services13 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
94 services94 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
93 services93 patients
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast 76642
A limited ultrasound scan of one breast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the inside of your breast. It helps identify any unusual growths or changes. It's safe, quick, and typically painless.
73 services72 patients
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) G0279
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis is a 3D imaging test that allows doctors to examine your breast tissue layer by layer. It's performed on one or both sides. It helps in detecting abnormalities more accurately. It's often done in addition to other tests.
58 services58 patients
Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast 77065
Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast is a detailed imaging test that allows doctors to closely examine a specific area in the breast. It's often used when a routine screening reveals an abnormality. This test can help identify any unusual changes or issues.
48 services46 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330101
Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10032 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.05
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Genetic Counselor, MS
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Colon & Rectal Surgery
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Genetic Counselor, MS
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
161 FORT WASHINGTON AVE FL 10
NEW YORK, NY 10032

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Comstock's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Comstock is 1174554539. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 5, 2006.

Where is Christopher Comstock located?

Christopher Comstock practices at 161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 10, New York, NY 10032. The listed phone number is (212) 305-0519.

What is Christopher Comstock's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Christopher Comstock enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Comstock is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Comstock's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Comstock reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Weill Cornell Imaging At New York Presbyterian (New York, NY), Weill Medical College Of Cornell (New York, NY) and Mskcc Radiology Group (New York, NY). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Comstock's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Christopher Comstock affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Comstock is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Comstock was last updated on October 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 24 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.